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Bodaboda and Bajaji Empowerment Program

Overview

The Bodaboda and Bajaji sector plays a vital role in Tanzania’s social and economic growth, providing employment, accessibility, and mobility. The sector has employed more than 1.1 youth in Tanzania.

At Huduma Yangu Foundation, we believe these riders and drivers are not just transport providers, they are community heroes, entrepreneurs, and essential partners in national development.

Through our Bodaboda and Bajaji Empowerment Program, we are committed to professionalizing, organizing, and empowering operators to enjoy decent work, road safety, and sustainable economic opportunities.

Our Focus Areas

1. Capacity Building and Training.

We empower riders and drivers through targeted capacity-building programs, focusing on

  • Road safety and traffic law education
  • Customer care and service etiquette
  • Financial literacy and savings culture
  • Entrepreneurship and cooperative leadership
  • Health, wellness, and gender awareness

These programs equip participants with practical skills to operate responsibly, serve customers professionally, and build stable livelihoods.

2. Advocacy for Decent Work

We advocate for a dignified and fair working environment for Bodaboda and Bajaji operators across Tanzania.

Our advocacy promotes:

  • Access to social protection and insurance schemes
  • Recognition and formalization of the sector
  • Gender equality and youth inclusion in leadership
  • Collaboration with policymakers to develop supportive transport policies

We believe decent work leads to stronger communities and a more sustainable transport economy.

3. Safety and Compliance

Safety remains our top priority.

Working closely with LATRA, Traffic Police Tanzania, MOI, TRA, we promote:

  • Safe riding practices and helmet usage
  • Proper licensing and registration
  • Access to insurance and emergency support
  • Ongoing road safety awareness campaigns

Through education and collaboration, we aim to drastically reduce accidents and promote a culture of responsibility and care.

4. Economic Empowerment

Our initiative supports operators to transition from informal to formal business ownership.

We provide access to:

  • Microfinance and digital banking solutions
  • Cooperative group formation and management training
  • Business mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Connections to market linkages and corporate partnerships

By helping riders and drivers grow financially, we strengthen the foundation of local economies and household stability.

Flagship Event: The Bodaboda and Bajaji Summit 2025

The Bodaboda and Bajaji Summit 2025, organized by Huduma Yangu Foundation, was successfully held on April 10, 2025, at the University of Dar es Salaam.This groundbreaking event gathered over 500 participants, including Bodaboda and Bajaji leaders, policymakers, safety institutions, sponsors, and development partners, to discuss the future of the transport sector in Tanzania.

Theme

“Empowering the Wheels for Change: Building Safer, Smarter, and Sustainable Livelihoods.”

Event Highlights.

  • High-level discussions on transport regulation, youth empowerment, and decent work.
  • Safety and financial literacy workshops for riders and Bajaji operators.
  • Inspirational testimonies from youth who transformed their careers through professionalism.
  • Exhibition booths from sponsors and institutions showcasing innovative mobility solutions.
  • Launch of the National Bodaboda and Bajaji Empowerment Initiative.

The summit served as a historic platform for dialogue, learning, and collaboration, setting a strong foundation for sustainable transformation within the sector.

Our Impact

  • Over 500 operators trained nationwide in 2025
  • Strengthened institutional collaboration for rider welfare and safety.
  • Increased financial inclusion through partnerships with banks and insurers
  • Enhanced community awareness on road safety and professional ethics

Our collective efforts continue to “empower the wheels for change” -driving dignity, safety, and opportunity for Tanzania’s Bodaboda and Bajaji community.

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